Pottery
Youth pottery classes designed to teach basic techniques for handbuilding: from pinch pots to nature-themed sculptures to functional objects. With earth’s clay and boundless creativity, what vibrant projects will emerge from the kiln next?
UnEARTHing artistic expression
Sienna Ranch Pottery Program is a creative haven where Pottery students learn basic handbuilding clay techniques while drawing inspiration from the natural landscape and ranch life surrounding us. With hands-on practice, students design unique works of art including functional art, sculptures, and vessels.
Handbuilding methods
- Slab
- Score and slip
- Pinch pot
- Coils
- Multi-piece projects
- Wedging
- Impressions
Sensory experience
Shaping and molding clay introduces students to various textures, temperatures, and sensations, helping to develop sensory awareness. Sure to leave a lasting impression!
The art of process
Working with clay can be tricky—pieces crack, cups break, and glazes don’t always turn out as expected. But in our pottery classes, it’s not just about the end result. It’s about embracing the process. Working with clay is about discovering how to adapt to the material’s surprises, and building confidence as you work through mistakes. We encourage creativity, problem-solving, and learning through challenges. Clay teaches resilience, confidence, and how to adapt when things don’t go as planned. Here, mistakes are opportunities to grow, experiment, and have fun!
Our Critters and Clay (K-6th) classes are available throughout the school year.
Students in our Nature Classes (PreK-9th) also have the opportunity to handbuild in select sessions. Contact us to learn more about our Pottery Programs
Critters & Clay (K-6th)
Cuddle with our ranch animals and learn foundational hand building skills like pinch pots, slab mosaics and more!
Shape, create, and fire up!
Explore the world of clay at Sienna Ranch
